If you’re injured at work, particularly if it’s because you’re in an unsafe environment, what are your rights? This guide explains. You may be entitled to file a personal injury claim if you suffer an injury at work – but only if it’s due to your employer’s negligence. Generally, you’ll only be entitled to file a worker’s compensation claim. Physical … Read More
What is Marital Status Discrimination?
Can an employer choose not to hire you because you’re single or fire you because you’re married? The answer to both of those questions is no – that’s considered marital status discrimination. This guide explains marital status discrimination and what you can do if you’ve been a victim of it. What is Marital Status Discrimination? Marital status discrimination occurs when … Read More
What is Unlawful Discrimination in California?
In the state of California, employers aren’t allowed to discriminate against workers who fall into one of several protected classes. But not all discrimination is unlawful – even if it’s distasteful. So what is unlawful discrimination in California, and what can you do if you’ve been a victim of it? This guide explains. What is Unlawful Discrimination in California? Discrimination … Read More
5 Important Rights of Independent Contractors
If you’re an independent contractor, you have several important rights that distinguish you from a company’s employees. You also have your own responsibilities, such as paying taxes rather than having an employer withhold them from your pay. But what are your rights as a contractor, and how do they affect the way you run your business? Check out these five … Read More
What is the ABC Test for Employees and Independent Contractors?
If you’re a worker in California, you need to know the ABC test most likely applies to you. It’s a test that determines whether you’re an employee or an independent contractor – and that distinction plays a big role in the way your employer pays you and the benefits you’re entitled to receive. What is the ABC Test for Employees … Read More
What is an Example of Age Discrimination?
If you’re like many people, you suspect that you’ve been discriminated against in employment due to your age – but what is an example of age discrimination? What does this unlawful practice look like in person? This guide provides examples of age discrimination in the workplace you can use to draw parallels to your own situation. If you suspect an … Read More
How Do You Prove Age Discrimination at Work?
In California, it’s illegal for an employer to discriminate against you because of your age if you’re over the age of 40 – both federal and state laws prohibit this type of discrimination. But unfortunately, it still happens. So how can you prove age discrimination at work? This guide explains. How Do You Prove Age Discrimination at Work? Age discrimination … Read More
5 Federal Employment Laws That Protect California Workers
The federal government has a series of laws designed to protect workers all over the country – and California is no exception. Although we have our own laws to protect workers (and often, those laws offer greater protections to Californians than federal laws do), this guide explains some of the most important federal laws that protect workers’ rights. 5 Federal … Read More
4 Things You Should Do if You’re Being Harassed at Work
If you’re being harassed at work for a discriminatory reason, you don’t have to take it – you have legal options. This guide explains the four things you should do if you’re being harassed (and why). 4 Things You Should Do if You’re Being Harassed at Work Workplace harassment takes many forms, and sometimes it’s not illegal (such as in … Read More
Gender Identity and Gender Expression Discrimination and Harassment
If you’re like many people, you’re not exactly sure what legal protections exist to protect you from gender identity and gender expression discrimination. Only recently, new laws – and new interpretations of existing laws – have come into play to provide protections for the entire LGBTQIA+ community, including those with gender non-conforming and non-binary identities. This guide explains your rights … Read More
